LLCC closed for Thanksgiving recess Nov. 22-26

Pumpkins and leavesLLCC will be closed for Thanksgiving recess Wednesday, Nov. 22, through Sunday, Nov. 26. No classes will be held, and administrative offices at the Springfield campus as well as outlying locations in the LLCC district will be closed. Regular hours will resume Monday, Nov. 27.

Have a happy Thanksgiving!

Join in the festivities

Peace on Earth. LLCC Holiday Party. Thursday, Dec. 7, 4-6 p.m. Student Union, Menard Hall. Food, Beverages, Games and Music. Lincoln Land Community College.LLCC’s Holiday Party for faculty, staff and retirees will be held Dec. 7, 4-6 p.m. in the Student Union (lower level of Menard Hall).

Let’s celebrate and get to know one another!

In celebration of winter holidays around the world, we invite you to share your favorite winter holiday traditions. Stories will be on display at the party for all to read and enjoy, and you can chose to remaining anonymous.

My Winter Holiday Tradition

Calling all singers and musicians (solo, group, instrumental)

‘Tis the season to spread joy, and we’re thrilled to invite you to showcase your extraordinary talents at our upcoming Holiday Party on stage!  If you are an employee of LLCC (and especially if you’ve never had the opportunity in the past), we believe that your unique talent will add an extra touch of magic to our event.

Please send an email to carmen.allen@llcc.edu with the following information:

  • Your name and the names of any accompanying performers.
  • The number of songs you’ll be performing (one or more, but no more than 15 minutes) and the song titles.
  • Instruments/Equipment you’ll be bringing (acoustic/electric, backing tracks, small amps, music stands, mics, etc.).
  • Equipment you need – (see above list).
  • Optional: A web link or sound clip sample of your talent.

Let’s make this an unforgettable experience for everyone involved! We look forward to receiving your confirmation and witnessing the magic you’ll bring to our festive celebration.

Advancement open house Nov. 30

Advancement Office. We're s'more than you think.Join LLCC Advancement on Nov. 30, 1-3 p.m., and learn why we’re “s’more than you think” while you enjoy hot chocolate and s’mores. You will also learn about scholarships at LLCC, the LLCC Career Center, LEAGUE grants, Giving Day activities and other fun things Advancement does for the college.

While Advancement staff are currently spread out throughout the college, the open house will be in the LLCC Foundation, Menard 1214.

Last chance to vote for LLCC’s “Art After Hours” People’s Choice Award 

Art After Hours gallery wall; mixed media piece called “Red Splendor Gathering” is paper art of red flowers and green leaves in a white vase, photograph called “Moon Shoot” a B/W picture of an airplane with exhaust trails flying up and past a close-up of the moon, and a photograph called “Giddy Up Grinch!” of a smiling young girl wearing a green grinch costume holding a big red Santa gift bag jumping and paused mid-air clicking her heels together.
LLCC’s “Art After Hours” exhibit closes at the end of day, Tuesday, Nov. 21. There is still time to vote for your favorite artwork! The artist of the favorite piece at LLCC will receive a $100 Visa gift card courtesy of the Philip and Mary Kathryn Trutter Museum.

Did you know that some of the artwork is for sale? The price, if for sale, will be on the artwork label. Contact Misty Schierer (misty.schierer@llcc.edu, 217-786-2466) if interested in purchasing a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork!

Art After Hours with clock in "o" of Hours. Springfield Area Arts Council.

The exhibit is in the Trutter Museum/Murray Gallery in Menard Hall, level 2 and is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. LLCC’s AAH exhibit runs through Tuesday, Nov. 21. The exhibit features 24 pieces of artwork from LLCC faculty and staff.

AAH is a program of the Springfield Area Arts Council offering individuals the opportunity to display original art created outside the office.

Thank you from Lynn Whalen

Dear LLCC friends and colleagues,

Thank you for giving me such a wonderful send-off into retirement. I appreciated those who came to the reception, sent cards and emails or had chats with me in the hallways. I wish everyone at LLCC the best. Go Loggers!

Fondly,
Lynn

Share your festive talent at LLCC’s Holiday Party

Peace on Earth. LLCC Holiday Party. Thursday, Dec. 7, 4-6 p.m. Student Union, Menard Hall. Food, Beverages, Games and Music.Calling all singers and musicians (solo, group, instrumental)! ‘Tis the season to spread joy, and we’re thrilled to invite you to showcase your extraordinary talents at our upcoming Holiday Party on stage!  If you are an employee of LLCC (and especially if you’ve never had the opportunity in the past), we believe that your unique talent will add an extra touch of magic to our event.

Please send an email to carmen.allen@llcc.edu with the following information:

  • Your name and the names of any accompanying performers.
  • The number of songs you’ll be performing (one or more, but no more than 15 minutes) and the song titles.
  • Instruments/Equipment you’ll be bringing (acoustic/electric, backing tracks, small amps, music stands, mics, etc.).
  • Equipment you need – (see above list).
  • Optional: A web link or sound clip sample of your talent.

LLCC’s Holiday Party for faculty and staff will be held Dec. 7, 4-6 p.m. in the Student Union (lower level of Menard Hall). Let’s make this an unforgettable experience for everyone involved! We look forward to receiving your confirmation and witnessing the magic you’ll bring to our festive celebration.

Welcome Ernest Ashby

Ernest AshbyErnest Ashby joined LLCC Nov. 13 as course materials coordinator. He previously worked at the Law Enforcement Training Advisory Commission for more than 14 years. He is a former LLCC student and earned a bachelor’s degree in photography and a minor in art history for Southern Illinois University in Carbondale.

He can be reached at 217-786-2377 or ernest.ashby@llcc.edu.

Welcome Ernest!

Save the date!

LLCC President Charlotte Warren invites faculty and staff to a special winter celebration Dec. 7, 4-6 p.m. in the Student Union.Peace on Earth. LLCC Holiday Party. Thursday, Dec. 7, 4-6 p.m. Student Union, Menard Hall. Food, Beverages, Games and Music.

LLCC Holiday Party Planning Committee needs your input

In celebration of winter holidays around the world, the LLCC Holiday Party Planning Committee is asking faculty and staff to share a brief description of their favorite family winter holiday tradition. Stories might include a favorite food dish that is always part of the holiday meal, a traditional family activity or anything else that makes your winter holidays special.

To participate, follow the link below and fill out the form by Monday, Nov. 20. The committee will review your story for posting at the LLCC Holiday Party in December.

My Winter Holiday Tradition

Contact Julie Clevenger at julie.clevenger@llcc.edu with any questions.

Vote for LLCC’s “Art After Hours” People’s Choice Award

Art After Hours gallery wall; photograph called “Ode to Red Lipstick” showing various images of females wearing red lipstick, drawing called “Flower Fantasy II” in B/W drawn flowers, a photograph called “Untitled I” of a green valley with mountains and blue sky, and a photograph called “Pelican Punk” of a white pelican floating in water.
There is still a chance to vote for the LLCC’s People’s Choice Award! The artist of the favorite piece at LLCC will receive a $100 Visa gift card courtesy of the Philip and Mary Kathryn Trutter Museum.

Art After Hours with clock in "o" of Hours. Springfield Area Arts Council.

Did you know that some of the artwork is for sale? The price, if for sale, will be on the artwork label. Contact Misty Schierer (misty.schierer@llcc.edu, 217-786-2466) if interested in purchasing a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork!

LLCC’s AAH exhibit runs through Tuesday, Nov. 21. The exhibit is in the Trutter Museum/Murray Gallery in Menard Hall, level 2, and is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The exhibit features 24 pieces of artwork from LLCC faculty and staff.

AAH is a program of the Springfield Area Arts Council offering individuals the opportunity to display original art created outside the office.